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Bullying & Inflammation Covered By Brooklyn Pediatrics

By Robert Sutter


Bullying is, without question, one of the most serious situations and those who are younger are likelier to go about this. Those who have undergone bullying may be able to attest to the idea that there are several negatives that can come about, both mentally and emotionally. What many people do not think about, though, is the series of physical detriments that could come about. With this in mind, Brooklyn pediatrics may draw your attention to inflammation as it pertains to the act of bullying.

A Reuters article detailed the impact of bullying as it pertains to inflammation. More specifically, a study was conducted and it was shown that those who were bullied at younger ages stood a greater chance of developing low-grade inflammation throughout their bodies. It's a startling discovery in one sense but it is understandable in another. After all, bullied kids tend to not be as healthy either, since they typically tend to suffer from more stomachaches and cases of nausea, both of which can have be negatively impacting later on.

William Copeland - of the Duke University School of Medicine in Durham, North Carolina - led a study in order to determine the effect of bullying in regards to physical health. One of the points that stood out the most to me was that early inflammation was likely to result in heart disease in the future. More than anything else, this shows that better care should be taken so that bullying happens less frequently. How exactly can this be done, though, and what can parents do to help?

First of all, medical specialists like Dr. Michael Gabriel will probably instruct parents to look out for any early signs of bullying. This can range from anything to more lethargic behavior to quieter personalities, though parents may be able to detect these signs at earlier points. In addition, those who work in Brooklyn pediatrics can attest to the importance of adult figures and how children can turn to them if matters become serious. To put it simply, those who are bullied shouldn't believe they are without help.

It seems like now, more than ever before, we are learning about the long-term effects that bullying can have. To me, it's worth noting the importance of prevention, more so than anything else, so that said effects do not stand a chance of rising to the surface. Children should understand that they do not have to endure bullying in the long term and that there are ways to minimize this. Parents and teachers, on the other hand, should be aware of any changes in behavior that bullied children and students can show.




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